ARISE
New Harrow-Based Political Party

Formed by community campaigners and residents who believe we deserve better.

Our Policies

We are dedicated to addressing the systemic challenges facing Harrow. Our policies focus on creating a fairer, more supportive community where everyone can thrive. 

Explore our key priorities below and join us in building a community that serves the needs of the people.

Community Spaces

Community spaces are essential for building strong, healthy, and connected neighbourhoods. Harrow lacks such places. We will:
  • Ensure the council has multi-use inclusive spaces that can be enjoyed by all.
  • Provide community spaces across the Borough, particularly for young people.

Crime and Anti-social Behaviour

We take a public health approach to crime prevention as crime is often a symptom of wider social problems—poverty, trauma, exclusion, and lack of opportunity. We will:
  • Treat violence like a public health issue, not just a criminal one.
  • Use early intervention, data, and cross-sector collaboration to prevent escalation.
  • Ensure that all children are in school by dealing with high rates of exclusions, investing in youth services, and mentoring.
  • Reclaim “no-go” zones through community-led regeneration. High-crime areas often suffer from poor lighting, neglected spaces, and lack of community presence.

Housing

In Harrow housing has become a daily crisis for thousands. We will:
  • Increase council owned housing stock by building and purchasing homes for social housing rather than "affordable” illusions.
  • Tackle homelessness and rough sleeping.
  • Expand council landlord licensing schemes to cover all wards.
  • Enforce legal standards on rogue landlords with tougher penalties.
  • Support renters’ unions and advice services for tenant rights.
  • Ensure 50% genuinely affordable housing on all new developments.
  • Use planning powers to benefit communities, not speculative investors.

Poverty

Harrow’s economy runs on the hard work of carers, cleaners, shop workers, delivery drivers, council staff, and NHS workers. Over 22% of workers in Harrow earn below the London living wage. Poor pay and insecure contracts leave people relying on state benefits and food banks to make ends meet. At the same time state benefits are being cut drastically. To combat this we will:
  • Champion a Real Living Wage in Harrow.
  • Improve the Council Tax Support Scheme. In Harrow we have one of London’s highest levels of council tax but we have one of the worst council tax support schemes.
  • Reinstate the winter fuel allowance for pensioners and provide a local social fund.
  • Facilitate the foundation of a community supermarket and local food delivery service to help fight poverty and create secure employment.

Support our campaign for a better Harrow

Under UK election law, we can only accept donations from people who are on the UK electoral register. If you are donating on behalf of someone else, they must also be on the electoral register and you must let us know who they are (using the Comment box).

Our Events
Arise Party Launch
Victoria Hall
Wed, 27 Aug 07:15 PM
❗Announcing the launch of Arise , a new political alternative for Harrow. Join Jeremy Corbyn MP and local Harrow campaigners and activists:
  • Wednesday 27 August
  • Victoria Hall, Harrow
  • 7.15pm
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Arise Party Launch

Become A Volunteer

We are looking forward to working with activists from across Harrow – your support means a lot. Please fill in the short form below and someone will be in touch with you about how you can help the campaign in Harrow.

PEOPLE-POWERED MOVEMENT

Volunteer with Arise

We are excited to have you join our team of passionate volunteers who are dedicated to creating a better Harrow.
Volunteering with us is a great way to get involved, meet new people, and make a real impact in our community.

  • Help improve housing, local services, and social justice in Harrow.
  • Work alongside neighbours to create a better place to live.
  • Learn new skills and gain valuable experience in community work.
  • Connect with like-minded individuals who care about making positive changes.